How Do You Recover Round Bar Stools?

Recovering round bar stools follows the same route as any seat pad, with one difference that catches people out: a curved edge cannot be folded like a corner. The surplus fabric has to be eased into small, even tucks spread right round the circle, which is why upholsterers work in quarters and subdivide from there. This guide explains how to strip and assess a circular pad, why wadding over the foam is essential on a domed seat, and how the quarter stapling method keeps tension balanced. We also cover which fabrics forgive curves, how to trim without leaving bulk, and how to finish the underside neatly....